All insurance companies representing the person(s) at fault for your injuries will have at their disposal a team of adjusters, investigators and attorneys working to limit your damages and just compensation. The insurance company’s goal is to pay you the least possible to settle your claim. They are trained professionals who have years of experience and training in denying and minimizing injured parties claims. You need the assistance and guidance of an experienced and professional attorney to protect your interests and help ensure that you, the injured party, receive full and fair compensation for your injuries.

As a person who might have a potential claim, you should retain an attorney as soon as possible after you have been injured. It is important to know now that after being seriously injured in an accident, or at the hands of a medical professional, you are immediately placed at a legal disadvantage. While you are in the process of dealing with your injuries, the party at fault has notified her or his insurance company and put them on notice. The insurance company’s adjuster being experienced begins to immediately investigate and process your potential claim.

It is important that you do not talk to anyone hired by the insurance company prior to consulting an attorney. This will ensure that your legal rights are protected.

Although we are not sure about other law firms retainer arrangements, Pankey and Horlock fee arrangement includes no charge for personal consultation, we do not charge retainer fees, in fact, we will advance all costs to pursue your claim.

When asked this question we respond by informing the client that there are several factors or types of damages which one can recover in a personal injury claim. At Pankey and Horlock we are responsible for reviewing each factor, consider your specific claim, and obtain the appropriate just and fair compensation from the insurance company.

The basic types of damages are as follows:

Loss of income

Loss of future earning capacity

Recovery of medical expenses you incurred for treatment of your injuries and the possibility of future medical expenses

Pain and suffering

Past and future loss of enjoyment

There may be other damages you are entitled to as a result of your injuries. We at Pankey and Horlock would provide the client a detailed review of their individual damages upon consultation.

That depends. However, there is no definite period of time that determines when a case should be settled because every case has its own unique facts and legal circumstances. We at Pankey and Horlock take great pride in our work ethic to avoid unnecessary delays because we understand the hardship an injury can bring. While we are fully aware of our clients desire to have their claims resolved as quickly as possible, if our opponents will not come to terms and settle your case on a basis that you find acceptable, we pledge that we will take your case to trial and seek the collective determination of a jury.